Democrats use two faced tactics with Delay

Having previously argued that Democrats should be allowed to replace candidates unwilling or unable to run for political office, the Democratic party has switched tactics and argued the opposite when it came to Rep. Tom Delay.

The Texas Republican Party had sought to replace Delay's name on the ballot after the Congressman had resigned his seat and moved to Virginia, however the courts ruled that was not permitted under Texas Law.

I happen to agree with the ruling, the law is the law and should be enforced, but I do find it somewhat intriguing that the Democrats have argued both sides of this issue (talking out of both sides of their mouth when it suits them) depending on whether it would benefit or hurt their electoral chances.

Supreme Court Justice Scalia rejected a stay petition earlier today without comment, which leaves the lower courts ruling in effect.